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Solomiya Ivakhiv - Poems & Rhapsodies original and beautiful
For her showcase album, Ikvakhiv didn't play the pieces she had to -- she played the music she loves. I heard that love in every track.
WorldView Episode 07: Margaret Bonds
Margaret Bonds was born in Chicago in 1931 to a church musician and Civil Rights activist. She grew up in her mother’s house, where she met several prominent Black artists of the time.
#ClassicsaDay #PoetryMonth Week 1, 2022
For the month of April, the challenge is to post poetry used in classical music or works inspired by poetry.
Kaleidoscope Sky - London Trio excels with Rosner and Cooman
Rosner and Cooman have different but not incompatible styles. The London Trio (and friends) deliver a compelling program. This is contemporary music most audiences should relate to.
Eduard Franck Concertos Receive Their Due
These are interesting works and provide some refreshing alternatives to the warhorses. Love to hear them in concert one day.
WorldView Episode 06: Agathe Grøndahl & Carl Nielsen
Episode six of WorldView features two composers from Scandinavia: Agathe Grøndahl (Norway) and Carl Nielsen (Denmark).
#ClassicsaDay #WomensHistoryMonth 2022 Week 5
The Classics a Day team chose Women's History Month as the theme for March. Actually, it's been the March theme for the past five years. And there are still many composers to explore.
Auber Overtures Volume 5 goes beyond overtures
For conductor Dario Salvi, this series is a labor of love. Not only has made a study of Auber's music but he's also edited it for publication. That knowledge shows in his performances.
Classical Interviews – David Sariti and Dominic Giardino
WTJU’s Chelsea Holt spoke with UVA Baroque Orchestra Director David Sariti and historical clarinetist Dominic Giardino about their program “Germans Abroad.”
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